When people see me now after my 30+ lb weight loss, or see photos on my Facebook, the first thing they ask is, "HOW?" Of course I tell them I have been exercising and working out and eating healthy, but I always focus on my superfood shake. Why? Because so many people do not truly grasp the idea of good nutrition and how it can affect and change their bodies! I want to emphasize, just as I do to EVERYONE, this is NOT a diet drink, this is NOT a protein drink. . . yes, there is protein in it, and yes, people do lose weight if their body needs to, but that is not the purpose of it! I'm always hesitant to say the name because people think they know what it is, or what it does, or chalk it off as another health drink that won't do anything for them. in reality, if you look closer and pay attention, I promise, you will be surprised at what Shakeology has to offer! In brief, because this is a blog, not a book, let's go over some of the things in it:
Adaptogen Herbs:
An adaptogen is a natural substance considered to help the body adapt to stress and to exert a normalizing effect upon bodily processes. Reishi is a herbal mushroom that reduces allergies, improves liver functions, lowers blood pressure, and enhances out overall immune system among many other health benefits. Along with Reishi, there is Schisandra, Maca, Maitake, Cordyceps. Astragalus, and Ashwagandha found in Shakeology. ALL of these will help your body deal with stress in a better way!
Antioxidants & Super-Fruits:
Antioxidants help prevent or stop cell damage caused by oxidants. An oxidant is an aggressive form of oxygen that can harm us. To learn more, click here! One of the antioxidants in Shakeology is Bilberry, which helps with diabetes, can prevent cancer and liver damage, and it even strengthens the eyes, heart and kidneys! Cacao, Camu-Camu, Acerola Cherry, Lycium Berry, Green Tea, Luo Han Go, Pomegranate, and Rose Hips are paired with the Bilberry to keep your body in it's best shape!
Digestive Enzymes:
Digestive enzymes break down protein, carbohydrates and fats into progressively smaller components. Invertase is a carbohydrate-digesting enzyme that splits sucrose (common table sugar) into its component parts, glucose and fructose. It supports a healthy respiratory system, and is naturally toxic to harmful toxins in our bodies. Joining with Amylase, Cellulase, Lactase, Glucamylase, and Aplha-Galactosidase, the digestive enzymes will have your body absorbing more nutrients from EVERYTHING you consume, once again, bolstering your body for peak health.
Phytonutrients & Super-Greens:
Among the benefits of phytonutrients are antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. Phytonutrients also enhance immunity, repair DNA damage from exposure to toxins, detoxify carcinogens and alter estrogen metabolism. Moringa reduces inflammation, lowers blood sugar, and nourishes your skin and bones, among MANY other health benefits. Chlorella, Spinach and Kale also lend their powers to keeping you strong, pain free, and healthy!
Prebiotics & Probiotics:
Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that are extremely beneficial to your health, especially your digestive system while prebiotics promotes the growth of these beneficial microorganisms in your intestines. Chicory Root is an excellent and delicious tasting prebiotic that is dense in dietary fiber. Aiding in general gut health, along with Yacon Root, and Lactobacillus Sporogenes, these ingredients will have your digestive system the healthiest it's been in years, no matter what else you eat.
Protein & Amino Acids:
Protein plays a critical role in almost all of our bodily processes and amino acids are the building blocks of it. A large amount of our cells, muscles and tissue is made up of amino acids. Here is where a slight difference comes into play. Shakeology comes in 7 different flavors, 2 of which are vegan. So, the protein sources differ in the vegan varieties. Normal Shakeology comes in Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry, Greenberry and Café Latte, and the 2 vegan flavors are Chocolate and Tropical Strawberry.
Normal Shakeology Protein:
Sacha Inchi addresses a huge problem that a lot of people suffer from: cholesterol! Sacha Inchi lowers BAD cholesterol (LDL) and raises GOOD cholesterol (HDL). It also improves brain function, blood flow, bone growth and so much more! Along with Whey, Pea, Chia, Quinoa and Flax, your body will have no issues eliminating food cravings and building lean muscle.
Vegan Shakeology Protein:
Let's talk about Oat Protein! Did you know that Oat Protein has been used since the beginning of time in the treatment of all manner of skin ailments to offer skin softening, skin soothing, and anti-inflammatory benefits? Combine this with Pea and Rice Protein and you have the same, if not more, health benefits than the "normal" protein.
There you have it, folks... That's what real health looks like. It's not a gimmick, it's not mysterious magic - it's hard core, dense nutrition. When your nutrition is in line, it's hard to "plateau" in your health and fitness goals. So, what are you waiting for?
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